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General Information
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| Official designation: | IJN Shinano class aircraft carrier | | Common designation: | Shinano | | Type: | Aircraft carrier | | Manufacturer: | Yokosuka Navy Yard | | Production Dates: | May 4, 1940 - Keel laid (planned as third Yamato class battleship) | | | Dec 12, 1940 - Construction of the Shinano halted | | | 1942 - Plans altered, Shinano now planned as an aircraft carrier | | | Oct 8, 1944 - Shinano is launched | | | Nov 19, 1944 - Shinano is commissioned | | | | | Boilers: | 12 Kanpon boilers | | Turbines: | Geared steam turbines | | Horsepower: | 153,000 s.h.p. | | Shafts: | 4 | | Range (Nautical Miles): | 7,200 @ 16 knots | | Maximum Speed: | 27-28 knots | | Crew: 2,400 |
| Standard Displacement (tons): 59,900 ( kg) | Full Load Displacement (tons): 73,040 ( kg) | | Length (O/A): 840ft (256 m) | Length (W/L): 810ft (247 m) | | Beam: 119ft (36.3 m) | Draft: 32.9ft (10 m) | | Flight Deck Length: 872.9ft (266 m) | Flight Deck Width: 131.3ft (40 m) | | Hanger: 550ft long |
| Protection: | Main Side Belt: | Possible 5in belt | | | Deck Armour | 2.8in - 4.0in | | | Flight Deck Armour | 3.1in | | | Citadel | Various important parts of the ship were protected by light armour |
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Model Specific Information
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Our MyMahoganyModel Shinano Aircraft Carrier scale model exhibits unique, unrivalled quality and detailed design to come as close as possible to the accuracy of the actual vessel. It comes standard with a robust , durable base or stand fabricated out of solid mahogany.
Our Shinano Aircraft Carrier model is made of the finest kiln dried renewable mahogany wood (commonly known as Lauan or Meranti) which has undergone many stages of carving and meticulous and careful sanding giving the beautiful finished museum quality masterpiece. Many collectors and model connoisseurs demonstrate their preference for genuine hand made mahogany wood models rather than plastic, resin or die cast (diecast) alternatives due to the overall look and totally different feel of the item - we trust you will find the same. Our craftsmen and gifted artisans ensure that our finely handcrafted model boats and ships match the precise blueprint details of the original craft. The Shinano Aircraft Carrier model paint scheme, markings and parts are closely matched, reflecting the original Shinano Aircraft Carrier . This top-quality Shinano Aircraft Carrier replica will surely enthral anyone who receives this stylish desktop display as a gift. This Shinano Aircraft Carrier model is for sure one of the most appropriate and desirably collectible gifts for every maritime enthusiast and avid model collector whilst also displaying a perfect resemblance to the actual Shinano Aircraft Carrier.
We can also make bespoke scale replicas of any other boat, submarine, frigate, landing craft, sailing ship you may require and also private / civil commercial airliner or airliners, helicopter, glider, gliders with engines, military jet, warplane jets, propeller warplanes, biplane, triplane, tail fin, spacecraft, rocket or NASA model you require in any airline, military or civilian livery or colors. We also produce model airship, blimp, dirigible. Wall plaque or seal for military, government or private customers. Although not made from wood but from aluminium or aluminum we also produce Aviation Nose Art Panel or Panels. MyMahoganyModel wholesale and retail inquiries welcome.
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